2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Rio | LR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |