2009 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 79 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Rio | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
