2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Express | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |