2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 321 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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |