2002 Honda Capa vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Capa | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
