2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Optima | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |