2000 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 685 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Hilux |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3090 mm |