2007 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life 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 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 274 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
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 |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |