2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Defender | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | Defender | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |