2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
