2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
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 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Coupe | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Rio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |