2002 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 877 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
