2007 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 944 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 2010 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2010 Lotus Exige 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. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Rio | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
