2006 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
