2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 2011 Kia Rio

To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy has manual transmission. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 2011 Kia Rio
Make Pininfarina Kia
Model Enjoy Rio
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Size 1794 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1471 mm


 

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