2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 983 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Microbus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |