2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | RIO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
