2009 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 553 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2003 Toyota Echo 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. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
