2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Cruze weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Cruze | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
