1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2473 mm |
