2007 Kia Rio vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 833 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rio | Kyron |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |