1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cavalier | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |