2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Discovery | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
