2009 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 67 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | i40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
