1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 908 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 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Rio | Charger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3048 mm |