2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 2 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
