1999 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
