2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
