2005 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Kia Rio (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |