1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 829 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Land Rover | Kia |
Model | Range Rover | Forte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |