2002 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
