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 146 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |