2004 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
