2007 Kia Rio vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 719 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
