2005 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 52 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 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |