2005 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1906 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 2850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 108 L |
