2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Xedos | Kia |
| Model | 9 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
