2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Transit Connect | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
