2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Tribute | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
