2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1601 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
