2000 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
