2004 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 446 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rio | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |