2005 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2007 Renault Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Sandero weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
