2012 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 862 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 SsangYong Rexton | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Rio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
