2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (184 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
