1996 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Rio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |