2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 334 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 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (220 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S2000 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
