2007 Toyota Avanza 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 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Avanza | RIO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
