2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1309 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (427 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
