2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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 Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Tacuma | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
