2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Kia Rio

To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 486 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.

Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Wrangler 2007 Kia Rio
Make Jeep Kia
Model Wrangler Rio
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 78.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 162 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1064 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 45 L


 

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