2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |