2000 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
