2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Avalanche | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |