2011 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rio | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Rio | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4016 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |