2005 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
