2007 Kia Rio vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
