2005 Chevrolet Spark 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 Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Spark | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 2200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 93 L |
