2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2004 Kia Rio | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Canyon | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |