2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 330 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Prius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |