2010 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
