1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 938 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | LR3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |