2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | RIO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |