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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 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 336 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 (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
