2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |