2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | RIO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
