1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 244 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Land Rover | Kia |
Model | Discovery | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |