2001 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 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 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rio | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 176 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |