2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |