2004 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
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, 2004 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Kia | Dacia |
| Model | Rio | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
