1999 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 427 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |