2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Land Rover | Kia |
| Model | Discovery | Capital |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
