1994 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 252 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
