2002 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 9 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 85 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | Getz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
