2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX4 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | QX4 | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |