2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | RIO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
