2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 2003 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
