2009 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 328 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Kia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rio | Terios |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
