2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1364 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Discovery | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |