2000 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 659 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
