2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 5 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 953 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cavalier | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |