1999 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Rio | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |