1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 2009 Land Rover Defender
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Cavalier Defender
Year Released 1997 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 2402 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1188 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 75 L


 

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