2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 292 kg more than 2010 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |