2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rio | Outlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 76 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |