2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 856 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Crown Victoria | Rio |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |