2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2007 Volvo S60 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. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
