2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1520 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
