2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |