2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |
