2003 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty 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, 2003 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
