2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 919 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sportage | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 86 L |