2007 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Rio | i30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |