2004 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 587 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Condor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
