2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
