2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
