2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2009 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
