2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Cee'd | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |
