2006 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 744 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |