2009 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 658 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rio | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 15.4 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
