2005 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 320 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 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |