1998 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
