2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Aveo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
