2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 132 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
