2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 672 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Sportage | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
