2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 656 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 Saturn Vue (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Rio | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |