2008 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |