2006 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 809 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
