2007 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
