2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |