2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 4 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Spectra | LR2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 234 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |