2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (152 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
