2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 336 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Rio | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |