2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.

Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2004 Land Rover Discovery
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Express Discovery
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 4556 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 217 HP
Torque 441 Nm 407 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 93 L


 

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