2007 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | M | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |