2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Xedos 9 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Xedos | Kia |
Model | 9 | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |