2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2005 Ariel Atom and 2005 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 698 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Because 2005 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom 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:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ariel | Kia |
| Model | Atom | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
