2004 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rio | Raider |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |