2009 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 463 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 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |