2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |