2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 216 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
