2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
