2004 Kia Towner vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Kia Towner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2004 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Towner | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Towner | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2550 mm |
