2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
