2001 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 627 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
