2010 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 611 kg more than 2013 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volvo C70 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Volvo | Kia |
Model | C70 | RIO |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |