2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Eclipse | RIO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |