2002 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4148 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2512 mm | 2420 mm |
