2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |