2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 254 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
