1999 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1707 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Rio | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3023 mm |