2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 367 kg more than 2012 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Avensis | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
