2006 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 148 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Gol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
