2000 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 468 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 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Rio | Commander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |