2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Trajet and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 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 Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Trajet has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Trajet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Trajet | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
