2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 776 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Rio | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |