2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 42 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Rio | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2788 mm |
