1999 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 359 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2685 mm |