2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. 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 Volt (370 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt 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 Volt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | LR3 | Volt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
