2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1446 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Rio | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
