Sand Golem vs Khaki Drill

How close are they?

ΔE 35.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Khaki Drill is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Sand Golem.

Can I use Khaki Drill instead of Sand Golem?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 36). Khaki Drill is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Sand Golem.

Can I use Sand Golem instead of Khaki Drill?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sand Golem is noticeably lighter, much more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.