2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 372 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Rio 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Kia Mitsubishi
Model Rio Outlander
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Top Speed 175 km/hour 180 km/hour
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1158 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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