2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Picanto | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |