2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Cayenne | RIO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
