1999 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
