2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 287 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | RIO |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1782 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |