2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Rio | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |