2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 140 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
