2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 139 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 Kia Sportage weights approximately 478 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |