2007 Kia Rio vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 850 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 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, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
