2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Linea | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
