2009 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 165 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 2010 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Rio 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Kia Toyota
Model Rio Tundra
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 545 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1519 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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