1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cavalier | Defender |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |