2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1612 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Land Rover | Kia |
Model | Discovery | RIO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |