2008 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 151 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Rio | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |