2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
