2004 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
