2007 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 176 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |