2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |