2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |