2000 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Legend |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
