2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Silverado | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2550 mm |