Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra
In comparing the Kia Rio's and the Kia Spectra's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rio has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Kia Spectra has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio's and the Kia Spectra's specifications and ratings, the Kia Spectra is a better car than the Kia Rio.
Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra Pricing
A used 2009 Kia Rio ranges from $3,575 to $9,516 while a used 2009 Kia Spectra is priced between $2,988 to $9,615.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio’s base engine makes 110 horsepower, and the Kia Spectra base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 393 miles. The Spectra is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles.This gives the Kia Rio the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Spectra the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Spectra has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Kia Rio and Kia Spectra are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3575 - 9516
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2988 - 9615
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Spectra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Kia Spectra Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Rio Trim Levels
Base, LX, SX
Kia Spectra Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX, Spectra5 SX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 393 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
166.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2701 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/70R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15