2002 Daewoo Evanda vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Evanda (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2002 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Evanda | 2004 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Evanda | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
