2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Express | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |