2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 532 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Picanto | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |