2005 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 531 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2008 Honda Stream 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. 2008 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
