1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 217 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Cavalier | Defender |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
