2001 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 914 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
