2012 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 736 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Rio | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Rio | S80 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |