2005 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
