2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Rio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |