2009 Kia Rio vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rio and 2009 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
