2000 Honda FCX vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX.
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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FCX | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
