2009 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 92 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
