2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Idea | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.3 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 | 1150 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |