DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2012 Kia Rio vs 2012 Dacia Sandero Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

VS
WINNER

Dacia Sandero

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

49.25–50.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

KiaMakeDacia
RioModelSandero
2012Model year2012
HatchbackBody typeHatchback
5Seats5
5Doors5

Performance

16,1 s0–100 km/h11,1 s
160 km/hTop speed175 km/h
1120 ccEngine displacement898 cc
75 HPPower90 HP
170 NmTorque135 Nm
3Cylinders3

Fuel & Consumption

DieselFuel typePetrol
43 ltFuel tank50 lt
—Urban consumption6,7 lt
—Extra-urban consumption4,3 lt
—Average consumption5,0 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
6Gears5
185/65 R15; 195/55 R16; 205/45 R17Tyre size185/65 R15
YesABS—

Dimensions

4045 mmLength4058 mm
1720 mmWidth1732 mm
1455 mmHeight1518 mm
1116 KgWeight962 Kg
2570 mmWheelbase2589 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2012 Kia Rio and 2012 Dacia Sandero approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Dacia Sandero leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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