2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Passat | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
