2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sephia II has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sephia II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sephia II | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sephia II | Discovery |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |