2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |