2005 Kia Towner vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Towner would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Towner | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Towner | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
