2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Equinox | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |