2007 Kia Rio vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 651 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.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
