2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Rio |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |