2004 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rezzo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
