2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | LR3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |