2007 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1207 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 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Rio | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
