2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 463 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.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
