2004 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
