2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 12 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Polo | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1085 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |