2001 Kia Rio vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 3 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 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Rio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
Because 2004 MCC Smart 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 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Kia | MCC |
| Model | Rio | Smart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
