2009 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 4 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), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
