2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Expedition | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
