1999 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2002 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Insight | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |