2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Mazda Marathon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Marathon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Marathon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | Marathon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2260 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1517 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |