2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Sorento | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
