2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tipper | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1399 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
