2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Vamos | Picanto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 94 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |