2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
