2005 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
