2001 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 607 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
