2000 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1584 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Spectra | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Spectra | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
