2005 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Rio | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
