2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 304 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Jetta | RIO |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |