2005 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 527 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
