2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
