2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 681 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Avancier | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
