2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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 RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RunX | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
