2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
