2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Honda HR-V and 2009 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 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 HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |