2010 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freelander | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
