2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Expedition | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
