2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 446 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.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |