2005 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
