2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
