2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Optra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
