2010 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 317 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Outback Sport | Rio |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |