2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 106. 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 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 106. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 106 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
