2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (556 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |