2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
