2005 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 25 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 25 | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |