2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |