2000 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
