2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1122 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 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 2002 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
