2007 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 923 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2114 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
