2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Rio | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |