2000 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
