2006 Kia Rio vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Paseo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |