1999 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Sharan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |