2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio.
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, 2009 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |