2007 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 78 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.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
