2007 Kia Rio vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 ZAZ 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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2000 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 ZAZ Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | ZAZ |
| Model | Rio | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
