2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 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 (488 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |