1999 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |