2009 Volkswagen Kombi vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Kombi would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 667 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Kombi | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4356 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
