2002 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Rio | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2807 mm |
