1998 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Audi A4.
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, 1998 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
