2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |