2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
