2009 Kia Rio vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 464 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Rio 2011 SsangYong Rexton
Make Kia SsangYong
Model Rio Rexton
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 165 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1508 kg 1972 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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