2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 TVR Tamora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Rio | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
