2007 Honda Element vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 Element (218 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
