Model Year | 2016 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.9 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 159.4 in | 176.0 in | -16.6 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 71.3 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.7 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 3505 lb. | -776 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 56.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 55.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 44.0 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 37.2 in | -6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.8 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seat is very comfortable. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Roomy and comfortable for 2 adults, can hold 3 for shorter drives. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The Leather seats are way to hard for any trip over one-hundred miles! see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
I get a very sore ass during long road trips. Steering wheel is too thick and hard. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |