2002 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 5 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1015 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3120 mm |
