2007 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
