2005 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Microbus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |
