2007 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |