2006 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
