2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2745 mm |