2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Toyota Allion.
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, 2005 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2005 Toyota Allion 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. 2005 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Allion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |