2005 Acura EL vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
