2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |
