2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Yaris | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
