2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 493 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Defender | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2784 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1377 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
