2002 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |
