2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 252 kg more than 2011 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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |
