2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cruze | RIO |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |