2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |