1995 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 26 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 1118 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |