2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Rio | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |