2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |