2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |