2000 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |