2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 118 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | T5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |