2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |