2002 Honda Acty vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 104 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Acty | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
