2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
