2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 846 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |