2005 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 239 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.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
