1999 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rio | YRV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
