2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3

To start off, both 2005 Kia K2700 and 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700.

Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia K2700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia K2700 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
Make Kia Land Rover
Model K2700 Discovery 3
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2665 cc 4394 cc
Horse Power 83 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats


 

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