2006 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |