2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |