2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
