2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 1 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Reno |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |