2005 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 441 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.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2006 Rover 75 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. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rio | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
