2001 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 149 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
