2012 Audi S5 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi S5 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S5 | Rio |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |