2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 346 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2005 Nissan Almera (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Almera | RIO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
