2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |