2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
