2007 Kia Rio vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 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 (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | ZAZ |
| Model | Rio | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
