2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 654 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Xterra | RIO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
