2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 447 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Inspire | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |