2009 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rio | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
