2008 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MPV weights approximately 631 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, 2011 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2011 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | MPV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
