2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | BT-50 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
