1999 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | X90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
