1998 Kia Clarus vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Clarus | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Clarus | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |