2005 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 488 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Multivan | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2878 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |
