2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,347 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 135 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
