2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
