1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
