2008 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 455 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Rio | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |