2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
