2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Hyundai ACCENT
When we compare the 2008 Kia Rio's and the 2008 Hyundai ACCENT's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2008 Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage in the areas of reliability and overall quality score. The 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Hyundai ACCENT have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Kia Rio's and the 2008 Hyundai ACCENT's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Hyundai ACCENT Pricing
A used 2008 Kia Rio ranges from $2,975 to $8,035 while a used 2008 Hyundai ACCENT is priced between $3,497 to $9,792.
2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Hyundai ACCENT Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2008 Kia Rio loses 38.6 percent of its value and the 2008 Hyundai ACCENT loses 40.6 percent of its value. This means the 2008 Kia Rio retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2008 Hyundai ACCENT.
2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Hyundai ACCENT Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Rio is 7.8 out of 10 while the Hyundai ACCENT's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Kia Rio being ranked 8 out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars and the Hyundai ACCENT being ranked 6 out of 17. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Kia Rio is ranked 21 and the Hyundai ACCENT is ranked 19.
2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Hyundai ACCENT Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Rio is 7.5 out of 10. For the Hyundai ACCENT the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ACCENT a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Rio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2008 Kia Rio and the 2008 Hyundai ACCENT makes 110 horsepower. Both the Rio and the ACCENT are rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 381 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Hyundai ACCENT are comparable in regards to interior volume, front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2008 Hyundai ACCENT has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2975 - 8035
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3497 - 9792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406343
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ACCENT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.860377 / 10
Reliability:
7.681131 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Hyundai ACCENT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Kia Rio Trim Levels
Base, LX, SX
2008 Hyundai ACCENT Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
106 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 32 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 381 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 32 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 381 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
166.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
168.5 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/70R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R14