2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 714 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Discovery | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
