2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | MM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |
