2001 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 5 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |