1993 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
