2008 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Rio | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
