2005 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 662 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | M | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
