2002 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Rio | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |