1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Vitara | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
