1999 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 505 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 X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
