2000 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2499 mm |
