1999 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |