2005 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Logan weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2011 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
