2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
