1999 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 153 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
