2006 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
