2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Rio | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
