2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara.
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 Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |