2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 448 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
