2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Primera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |