2000 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Rio | Captiva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |