2001 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 475 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.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
