2001 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
