2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Aygo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |