1999 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 722 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
