2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1442 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |