2010 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 283 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen T5 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | T5 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2745 mm |