2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1703 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Five Hundred | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
