2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 18 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |