2001 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 12 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 482 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2685 mm |
