2000 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1375 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rio | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
