2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 581 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.
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 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
