2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Land Rover LR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | LR3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 516 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 2969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4018 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 136 L |