2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |