2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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 Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rio | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
