2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2440 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Excursion | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
