2007 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
