2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 11 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Express | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |