2000 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Rio | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 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 | 925 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2870 mm |
