2007 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 106 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, 2007 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |