2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |