1999 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 1999 Kia Rio and 1999 Mazda Demio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | Demio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |