2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |