1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 367 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |