2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 424 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Micra | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
