2006 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 3 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. 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 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1144 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
