2001 Daewoo Rezzo 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 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 112 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.
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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rezzo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
