2010 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2010 Kia Rio and 2010 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Rio | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |