2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | Cayenne | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |