2012 Proton Savvy vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2012 Proton Savvy and 2012 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Proton Savvy | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Proton | Kia |
| Model | Savvy | Rio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
