2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 262 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.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | RAV4 | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |