2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Pro-ceed would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1371 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Defender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
