2001 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 2004 Opel Agila | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Agila |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |