2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 686 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
