1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
