2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |