2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 436 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.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Five Hundred | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
