2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rio | SLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
