1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Bora | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
