2001 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2001 Kia Rio and 2001 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 323 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |