2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio and 2006 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 202 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
