1999 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
