2009 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
