1993 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 98 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 198 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |