2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Magentis | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
