1999 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |