2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
