1999 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1233 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 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
