2005 Kia Spectra 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 Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra 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 Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Spectra | LR3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 365 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |