2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (277 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 102 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.
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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
