2009 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 258 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
