1999 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 153 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.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
