2008 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 77 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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
