1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. Both 1999 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Kia Rio are equipped with a 1,341 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 146 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, 2005 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
