2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | 4Runner | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
