1998 Kia Elan vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Elan would be higher. At 2,030 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1998 Kia Elan. (151 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Elan.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Elan | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Elan | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 503 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 625 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2745 mm |