1999 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Rio | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |