2004 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 9 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 591 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Rio | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
