2002 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. 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 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
