1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Discovery | Spark |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2375 mm |
