2005 Lada 110 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 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 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | 110 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
