2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 986 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
