2009 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 683 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
