2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 799 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 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
