2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2005 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |