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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 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 1249 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.
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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (321 Nm @ 1750 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 | 2718 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |