2005 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |