2005 Kia Rio vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Rio | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 2090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
