2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2011 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S60 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |
