1996 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |