2008 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1206 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |