2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Express | LR4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5000 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |