2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Suzuki | Kia |
Model | Grand Vitara | RIO |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |