2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Pride Wagon | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |