2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 954 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Silverado | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |