2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
