1999 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1157 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Rio | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 925 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
