2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2000 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (325 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
