2009 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rio and 2009 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rio | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |