2009 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
