2001 Kia Rio vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Levante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
