2008 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
