1999 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 460 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
