2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
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 Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 1359 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Multivan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |