1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Levante | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2499 mm |
