2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 442 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
