2001 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2001 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
