2005 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | RIO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
