2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 502 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.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
