1999 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 2 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |