2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Highlander | RIO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
