2000 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |