2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 413 kg more than 2013 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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touran | RIO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
