2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
