2007 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 391 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | Premacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |