2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 522 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
