2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
