2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Cruze | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |