2004 Ford Laser 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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser.
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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2006 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
