2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 833 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia RIO has manual transmission. 2013 Kia RIO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
