2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RIO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
