2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2420 mm |