2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sedona | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |