2002 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 527 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2741 mm |
