2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 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 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Rio | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |