1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 794 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 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Rio | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 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 | 925 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
