2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | LR2 | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |