2005 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
