2006 Kia Optima vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1221 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Optima | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |