1999 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 34 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
