2000 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 707 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Rio 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Kia Toyota
Model Rio Condor
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2610 mm


 

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