2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 257 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Rio 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make Kia Toyota
Model Rio Hilux
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1519 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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