2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |