2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Equinox | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
