2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 429 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Ridgeline | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2420 mm |