2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.

Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Aveo 2003 Land Rover Discovery
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Aveo Discovery
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 4553 cc
Horse Power 83 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2550 mm


 

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