2009 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rio and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |