2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | XC60 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
