2006 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio, 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
