1998 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
