1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | APV | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
