1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Clarus | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Clarus | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |