2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 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 | 1050 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |