2008 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 51 kg more than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Phaeton | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |