2002 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 448 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Rio | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |