1999 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 625 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 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Mark II |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 945 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |