2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | LR3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
