1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Silverado | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |