2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus ES weights approximately 354 kg more 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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Lexus ES | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Rio | ES |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 272 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |