2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | LR2 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |