2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2008 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rio | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |