2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 724 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
