2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 913 kg more than 2007 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 Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Lagreat | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
