2007 Kia Rio vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 769 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 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Rio | Terrain |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |