2008 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 801 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |