2001 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 30 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
