2011 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Roomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Roomster would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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, 2011 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Rio | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rio | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
