2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 171 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | RIO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |