2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Golf | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2035 mm |
