2002 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 563 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
