2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pride Wagon | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
