1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |