2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
