2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2613 mm |
