2002 Kia Rio vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 752 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
