2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
