2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 611 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
