2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Murano | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
