1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
