2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1064 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
