2002 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Fox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
