2007 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 273 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
