2009 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rio | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |