2009 Kia Rio vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 146 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
