2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1481 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Excursion | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
