1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Rally Raid | Rio |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |