2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
