2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 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 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Corsa | RIO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |