2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
