1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2006 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Serena | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
