2002 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 2008 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. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
