2007 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
