2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Defender | Volt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 35 L |
