2007 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Rio | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
