2007 Jeep Compass vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Compass | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Compass | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |