2003 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Rezzo. (107 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Rezzo | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rezzo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
