2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Elantra | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
