2004 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
