2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
