2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
