2007 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Optima | Defender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
