2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Epica (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 127 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 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Epica | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
