2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | 2123 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
