2000 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 607 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
