2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Optra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
