2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1451 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Golf | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |