2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
