2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
