2002 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 371 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda CR-V | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | RIO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
