2002 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
