2005 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
