2005 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 523 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
