2007 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saturn Sedan weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 1991 Saturn Sedan (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Rio | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
