2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |