2006 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
