2007 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 75 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
