2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Saturn L were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 318 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.
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 Saturn L (199 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2002 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Rio | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
