2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
