2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 27 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 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
