2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
