2005 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 242 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Rio | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |