2007 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 18 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |