2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Kia Rio
When comparing the 2008 Toyota Yaris's and the 2008 Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2008 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Toyota Yaris's and the 2008 Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Toyota Yaris is a better car than the 2008 Kia Rio.
2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Kia Rio Pricing
A used 2008 Toyota Yaris ranges from $3,951 to $10,064 while a used 2008 Kia Rio is priced between $2,975 to $8,035.
2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Kia Rio Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 Toyota Yaris loses 33.5 percent of its value and the 2008 Kia Rio loses 38.6 percent of its value. This means the 2008 Toyota Yaris retains 5.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Kia Rio.
2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Kia Rio Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Yaris is 9.3 out of 10 while the Kia Rio's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Yaris being ranked 1 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Kia Rio being ranked 21 out of 43. Out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars, the Toyota Yaris is ranked 1 and the Kia Rio is ranked 8.
2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Kia Rio Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Yaris is 9.1 out of 10. For the Kia Rio the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Yaris an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Rio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Toyota Yaris’s base engine makes 106 horsepower, and the 2008 Kia Rio base engine makes 110 horsepower. The Yaris is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 381 miles. This gives the 2008 Toyota Yaris the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2008 Kia Rio. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2008 Kia Rio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2008 Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2008 Toyota Yaris has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3951 - 10064
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.334883
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2975 - 8035
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Toyota Yaris Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.307462 / 10
Reliability:
9.122388 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Yaris Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Toyota Yaris Trim Levels
Not yet available
2008 Kia Rio Trim Levels
Base, LX, SX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 36 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 400 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 32 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 381 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2293 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
169.3 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
166.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/65R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/70R14