2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 62 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
