2008 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 567 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 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3270 mm |