1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | B2500 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
