2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Spectra | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Spectra | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |